Cryptic crossword clue
About time unusual star act catches the eye 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word ATTRACTS

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The straight part
We know that "catches the eye" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case catches the eye = attracts.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does ATTRACTS mean?

ATTRACTS verb
  1. To pull toward without touching.
  2. To arouse interest.
  3. To draw by moral, emotional or sexual influence; to engage or fix, as the mind, attention, etc.; to invite or allure.

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